The ESP Guitar Company Forum PostsCommunity Forum Postsen-usThe Fake ESP Thread<p>Pushead and I are here to help verify ESP and LTD guitars. If you have, or are looking to buy a guitar that you're unsure of, post pictures and questions in this thread. Please post clear pictures of the front and back of the headstock, the fretboard, and the front and back of the body. Preferably <em>before </em>you buy anything.</p>
<p>Anyone else is free to offer suggestions on authenticity. If you answer a post, please tell us why you think it's real or fake.</p>RZK Mon, 13 Jul 2015 02:41:34 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076020-the-fake-esp-thread
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076020-the-fake-esp-threadViper 301 tuner replacement help! <p>Hello, I picked a Viper 301 for a backup to my Gibson sg Gothic and couldn't be happier... except the tuners on the 301 need replaced. What brand of tuners will fit the 301 other than esp? Gotoh maybe? I don't want to drill new holes. Thanks in advance!</p>Danny B.Wed, 29 Jul 2015 21:09:17 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076920-viper-301-tuner-help
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076920-viper-301-tuner-helpKH-202 Finish and hardware<p>Can anyone help me figuring out what's the finish on a Korean ESP LTD Kh-202? I want to blend the painting (spot repair) and I'm trying to figure out what's the right type of paint/finish. Is it nitrocellulose or polyurethane?&nbsp;</p>
<p>I also need to know what kind of treatment did the hardware received. The hardware is black, but I don't know if it's chromed or galvanized (zinc?). The Floyd Rose base plate and the saddles are starting to oxidize and I know a place where they can give an appropriate treatment.</p>
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<p>Can anyone help me?</p>BeamerThu, 16 Jul 2015 22:16:25 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076148-kh-202-finish-and-hardware
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076148-kh-202-finish-and-hardwareHelp getting more sustain of my ESP MX-250<p>Hello,</p>
<p>I have a 06 MX-250 loaded with EMG 81/60 pickups. I play in a Mesa Boogie Mark V amp without any effects pedals. Although the guitar sounds great, I can't get a good sustain out of it. I'd like to know how you guys are setting your guitars, and if you could share your string height, pickup height and truss rod setting. I'm using Elixir 010 strings. I have a 87 Gibson Explorer also with EMG 81/60 and I can get much more sustain out of it. Any tips?</p>GuijsFri, 05 Jun 2015 15:34:29 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074932-help-getting-more-sustain-of-my-esp-mx-250
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074932-help-getting-more-sustain-of-my-esp-mx-250ESP Standard battery box (ashtray kind) and control backplate<p>Hi guys!</p>
<p>the inner clip that holds the 9 volt battery has detached from the box... I tried using super glue and some even more powerful adhesives and it just doesn't stick; every time I place a new one, it becomes detached again.</p>
<p>is there a way of buying one from ESP directly or maybe an authorised dealer? Same with the control plate on the back, I installed an EMG Afterburner and since it didn't fit, I sort of pushed the plate a bit too much and it cracked.</p>
<p>It's an ESP Standard Horizon FR-7, same as the current E-II version.</p>
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http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2076360-esp-standard-battery-box-ashtray-kind-and-control-backplateESP KH2 vintage...fake?<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I just bought an ESP KH2 vintage through an auction on ebay, but i have doubts on if its a real or a fake i have send some emails to ESP consulting about this serial number and origin but yet no answer.</p>
<p>The guitar comes with a COA and the ESP Case, and it looks really close to the pics of the KH2 vintage in this website, for example i can see some of the beatin' that the original KH2 vintage comes with, but i don't know...I would really appreciate your opinion. Here's some pics:</p>
<p><img title="headstock" src="http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/esp/user_images/001/995/644/medium.jpg?1436293116" alt="" /><img title="COA" src="http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/esp/user_images/001/995/642/medium.jpg?1436293102" alt="" /><img src="http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/esp/user_images/001/995/638/medium.jpg?1436293061" alt="" /></p>carlo s.Tue, 07 Jul 2015 18:20:27 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2075828-esp-kh2-vintage-fake
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2075828-esp-kh2-vintage-fakeMade in Japan Sticker<p>This might sound like an odd request but hoping an ESP Mod might be able to help me. I recently purchased a used ESP made in Japan model. The previous owner peeled off the white rectangular made in Japan sticker from the back of the headstock. How can I go about procuring a new sticker to replace the one removed?</p>Big Daddy BThu, 11 Sep 2014 17:45:41 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2066434-made-in-japan-sticker
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2066434-made-in-japan-stickerESP M-II sounds wavy (oscillating tone)<p>Hello guys,<br /><br />i bought an ESP M-II. The problem is the wavy tone:<br /><br />I tried already different amps. I can hear that the problem comes from the guitar itself. I am sure that the pickups aren't the problem here. I already lowered them.<br /><br />It happens on every note and is more notable when playing chords ( cause of addition)<br /><br />Strings are fresh.<br /><br />i'm really despaired.<br /><br />&nbsp;<br /><br />Thanks<br /><br />&nbsp;</p>Jim M.Sat, 06 Jun 2015 18:21:50 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2075006-esp-m-ii-sounds-wavy-oscillating-tone
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2075006-esp-m-ii-sounds-wavy-oscillating-toneguitar clean<p>I have an ESP m2 Deluxe model! I would like to ask if it is ok to use a&nbsp;<strong>lemon oil</strong> Daddario in my fretboard or this would destroy the woold! Thank you!!</p>Charis V.Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:04:58 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074834-guitar-clean
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074834-guitar-cleanreplacement Gotoh knobs<p>Couldn't find the info I needed searching the forums so thought I would ask. I am looking for a set of the flat black (not black nickel) dome knobs to fit a KH-2 series guitar. Does anyone happen to know the part number? I want to ensure i get the proper version.</p>Big Daddy BSat, 30 May 2015 17:58:06 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074778-replacement-gotoh-knobs
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074778-replacement-gotoh-knobsVerify a used EC 256<p>Hi Everyone:</p>
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<p>Need some help in making sure I am about to buy a legit used Vintage Black EC 256.&nbsp; This is my furst guitar purchase and I would love not to get scammed,&nbsp; Attached are the pictures sent from the seller upon request.&nbsp; Thanks in advance for any help.</p>
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<p><img src="http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/esp/user_images/001/994/866/medium.JPG?1432993437" alt="" /><img src="http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/esp/user_images/001/994/864/medium.JPG?1432993416" alt="" /><img src="http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/esp/user_images/001/994/858/medium.JPG?1432993359" alt="" width="180" height="240" /></p>Andrew M.Sat, 30 May 2015 14:00:56 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074774-verify-a-used-ec-256
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074774-verify-a-used-ec-256Brass Nut for lefty EC-1000<p>Would the following specs work on my EC 1000? I know it is .8 mm too wide but I figured I could take some off of both sides. Sorry but I didnt find an answer using the search.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>AxeMasters LEFTY COMPENSATED SLOTTED BRASS NUT Gibson Epi Les Paul SG Similar</p>
<p>"Our flat-bottom nut is hand ground and sanded from solid musical brass and round-slotted for perfect string placement. All hand-made - no machines. Very attractive brushed surface finish. - 3/16" thick, 5/16" tall, 1 11/16" long."</p>okiepunk77Sun, 26 Apr 2015 20:22:47 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074082-brass-nut-for-lefty-ec-1000
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2074082-brass-nut-for-lefty-ec-1000Knobs to fit 500k pots<p>hey, everyone. I will be getting an E II Eclipse fairly soon, and i was planning on gutting out the EMG 81/60 combo in favor of passive pickups. I already have the three 500k pots i need plus two capacitors and a new jack on order. I was wondering: will the stock knobs and three-way switch fit the new pots, or do i need new ones? If not, how do i know which knobs to order? &nbsp;It seems as if no website, including AllParts, has the information to tell me whether or not new knobs will fit the pots. &nbsp;Any help would be greatly appreciated.</p>
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http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2073948-knobs-to-fit-500k-potsSnow white paint job colour change<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I was wondering if anyone knows do ESP guitars in a white/snowwhite finish change to a cream colour over time like the Gibson's do? I was thinking of getting a ESP white iron cross. I think it won't look as good if it aged into a cream colour instead of staying white.</p>boogie20Wed, 22 Apr 2015 10:41:27 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2073990-snow-white-paint-job-colour-change
http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2073990-snow-white-paint-job-colour-changeThin U Neck Contour measurements??What are the dimensions of the Thin U neck contour at:
Nut
12th fret?
I have an ibanez that measures 19mm at the nut and 21mm at the 12th, and wanted to know if the ESP neck is way thicker. I need to know, because i am planning to get an ESP, and because one of my friends have to choose between an ESP or an ibanez.
Thanks!!nikm14Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:54:26 +0000http://www.espguitars.com/forums/1963226/posts/2047828-thin-u-neck-contour-measurements
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